Medication management for people who are visually impaired Visually impaired people are more than twice as likely to need help with medication management. Use these tips for medication labels, storage, and administration. By SingleCare Team | May 4, 2023Medically reviewed by Gerardo Sison, Pharm.D.   Full article here ..read more

Registration opens in March Mark your calendars to join us on Thursday, May 2, 2024, for the 7th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium! This free, all-day, virtual event will feature an engaging plenary, informative sessions, and a diverse array of topics addressing the most pressing needs in older adult mental health. The symposium is brought to you by ACL, the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and the National Council on Aging (NCOA). Watch your inbox for free registration inform ..read more

Individuals in Maryland who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits may be eligible to receive tuition waivers (free tuition) at Maryland Community Colleges. Individuals who are legally blind and who meet income and resource requirements are eligible to receive SSI (and, in some cases, SSDI). For children younger than 18, the income and resources of a parent or guardian are considered for eligibility purposes; for individuals over 18 years of age, only their income and resources (and those of a spouse, if any) are included.  If ..read more

Join HLAA for the second event in their OTC 101: Ask the Experts Webinar Series sharing important information about over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. This exciting new class of products may provide another pathway to treatment for some adults with mild-to-moderate hearing loss. In 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finalized its rule permitting the sale of OTC hearing aids directly to consumers over 18, which are now available from a variety of retail and online stores. HLAA is presenting a series of four webinars through spring 2024, designed to answer your questions a ..read more

The Government Accountability Office—a nonpartisan agency that conducts research for the U.S. Congress—has been asked to conduct a survey on child care accessibility. If you would like to share your experience accessing child care, please take a few minutes to complete one of the following surveys: Are you a parent or guardian who has a disability? Take THIS SURVEY Are you a parent or guardian of a child with a disability? Take THIS SURVEY *You can take both surveys if both apply to you! If you need assistance with the online form, there is a phone number included at the beginning of the ..read more

If you are interested in joining a panel discussion on Travel Training at the 2024 Association for Commuter Transportation (ACT) International Conference, held August 4-7 in Denver, please contact Lessie.Henderson@godcgo.com Sign Up to Become Certified Today Travel Training Instructor Participants will be provided with the knowledge and skills to provide quality travel training to older adults, people with disabilities, and others in their communities. The certification program teaches travel training instructors essential, practically-relevant skills, including: performing a successful train ..read more

‘Life From a Different Perspective’ is a four-part online class featuring authors with disabilities. When: February 5th, February 19th, March 4th and March 18th from 6:30-8:30pm  Where: Politics & Prose Bookstore. Details and registration here ..read more

Don’t miss out on applying for the Autism Society of Maryland’s  Autism Hiring Program for Winter 2024! Applications are due January 15, 2024 for all three program sites in Howard, Montgomery and Anne Arundel Counties.       APPLY NOW Please note: There is also a new LinkedIn page for the Autism Hiring Program: all applicants and employers please like and follow for updates and exciting news: Autism Hiring Program – An Initiative of the Autism Society of Maryland The Autism Hiring Program advances workplace neurodiversity and acceptance, connecting busines ..read more

iwantagreenthumb.com offers an online course that breaks down the barriers to indoor gardening, specially designed to cater to the unique needs of individuals with disabilities. A few benefits of the course, as stated by the organization: “Accessible Learning: Our digital course is designed to be user-friendly, with accessibility features to accommodate various disabilities. It’s a welcoming space for individuals who want to learn the art of indoor gardening. Adaptable Techniques: We provide a range of gardening techniques that can be tailored to accommodate different physical abilities. &n ..read more

The Maryland Department of Disabilities needs your input!   Join community members and stakeholders at 10:00 am on January 18th at the Bay Area Center for Independent Living in Salisbury, MD for a town hall on the State Disabilities Plan!   The State Disabilities Plan is a guide that helps all levels of government and all parts of the community coordinate efforts to improve the lives of Marylanders with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. The plan is created in collaboration with state agencies, community members, and other stakeholders.    To ensure the new plan ..read more